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Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401

Brittney J. Miller
As a kid, I couldn’t decide between being a writer or being a scientist. It wasn’t until college that I realized I could combine these passions through science journalism. After graduating from the University of Florida, I moved to the West Coast for the University of California, Santa Cruz’s Science Communication Master’s Program. And now, I’m thrilled to be serving The Gazette as a corps member for Report for America, a national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues. I’m also a journalist on the Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk, a regional collaboration between 10 newsrooms that covers agriculture, water and related issues throughout the basin. Sign up to receive our environment and outdoor newsletter delivered weekly.
Latest Articles by Brittney J. Miller
Environmental News Dec. 29, 2022 9:07 pm150d ago
Findings could impact federal recommendations for monarch conservation and aid efforts in making agricultural landscapes more biodiverse.
Local Government Dec. 23, 2022 9:38 am156d ago
Explore Iowa Department of Natural Resource findings through a Gazette data visualization.
Local Government Dec. 23, 2022 10:27 am156d ago
The Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency is narrowing down its search for alternate waste management options.
Environmental News Dec. 23, 2022 6:00 am157d ago
One of the most widely used snow-fighting agents — rock salt — comes at a price, both financially and environmentally.
Local Government Dec. 21, 2022 5:00 am159d ago
Rates will likely continue to gradually increase, thanks to landfill closure and more expensive waste management options.
Energy Dec. 20, 2022 12:47 pm159d ago
On Monday, representatives of the Iowa Utilities Board, utilities, cooperatives and associations across the state gathered in Des Moines to discuss their preparation in advance of wintry threats.
Agriculture Dec. 19, 2022 6:00 am161d ago
The Bayer Fund grant will help the program train its seasonal apprentices in no-till production for cover crops.
Weather Dec. 8, 2022 5:00 am172d ago
NEWSTRACK | CATCHING UP ON AN EARLIER STORY: In east-central Iowa, the crops south of Interstate 80 fared worse than those north of the interstate.
Environmental News Dec. 7, 2022 11:00 am172d ago
DNR says no, but several water quality experts disagree.
Energy Dec. 2, 2022 1:26 pm177d ago
As much as 60% of the region’s energy could come from wind and solar — which has a lower energy output than the non-renewables being retired.
Weather Dec. 2, 2022 5:00 am178d ago
NEWSTRACK | CATCHING UP ON AN EARLIER STORY: In east-central Iowa, the crops south of Interstate 80 fared worse than those north of the interstate.
Energy Dec. 7, 2022 2:39 pm172d ago
The facility’s retirement, scheduled for the end of the year, brings Alliant Energy one step closer to achieving its renewable energy goals.
Environmental News Nov. 25, 2022 6:00 am185d ago
Less than 10 percent of Iowa’s private wells were tested for safe drinking water in 2020. Officials urge residents to take advantage of state funds.
Energy Nov. 23, 2022 12:30 pm186d ago
Customers who buy solar blocks will receive monthly energy credits on their electric bills. Another 4,500 blocks are still available for subscription.
Environmental News Nov. 21, 2022 3:15 pm188d ago
The nonprofit is working on several new collaborations to bring more native trees to Linn County communities.